This batch of NKT275 germanium transistors is now extinct. I searched planet Earth for over five years for the real "Holy Grail" NKT275 germanium transistors from the 1960's. In spite of all of the fake, re-stamped NKT275's out there, I finally found a very small batch of the real NKT275 germanium transistors that were within the usable Fuzz hfe gain range window. There are only a small number of pedals made.

Haze = ToneControls the amount of bass attenuation. Counterclockwise position will decrease the bass allowing for more mid-range and a tighter bottom.

VolumeThe volume knob functions as the master on/off for the fuzz circuit battery so you do not have to unplug the input jack when not in use. Note: Some of the earlier GE pedals did not have the on/off switch.

Handmade USA

Third Stone II

After a year of development, testing every transistor obtainable and painstakingly listening to every component available for this pedal… the Third Stone was born. The key to the tone of the pedal is the natural mid-range, control over the bass, and the incredible feel. The mid-range will cut through better in a live performance. Inspired by the Fuzz tones of the 1960’s the Third Stone was designed to be the most organic and versatile fuzz made.

​Transistors are Si and temperature stable

High-end capacitors and carbon composition resistors

True bypass

Premium, plated though the hole PCB

Mode:

EXPTones are warmer, less gain, and more organic.

​AxisTones are more aggressive with higher gain.

Mid Boost the mid-range.

​Bass Opens up the botton-end.

Controls:

Sun = GainAdjusts the level from subtle to over the top, explosive fuzz tones.

Earth = ToneControls the amount of bass attenuation. Counterclockwise position will decrease the bass allowing for more mid-range and a tighter bottom end.

VolumeThe volume knob functions as the master on/off for the fuzz circuit battery so you do not have to unplug the input jack when not in use.